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A review by zikeyag
Maame by Jessica George
emotional
funny
hopeful
informative
inspiring
lighthearted
reflective
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
Listening time: 7hrs 41mins
This was a good read about coming of age as a woman of color. This book covered topics of depression and how black women are always held to this high standard not just in society, but in the household as well. As someone just starting my healing journey myself and attending therapy, I’ve become more aware of how as children we assume the role of the “woman” in the house, whether that’s caring for siblings, helping our parents, which sometimes causes us to be people pleaser or resentful. It was good to see that the FMC went to therapy and was able to process everything and turn it into something positive.
This was a good read about coming of age as a woman of color. This book covered topics of depression and how black women are always held to this high standard not just in society, but in the household as well. As someone just starting my healing journey myself and attending therapy, I’ve become more aware of how as children we assume the role of the “woman” in the house, whether that’s caring for siblings, helping our parents, which sometimes causes us to be people pleaser or resentful. It was good to see that the FMC went to therapy and was able to process everything and turn it into something positive.
Content Warnings
Moderate: Death of parent, Mental illness, and Grief